Radiative focal area antenna transmission coupling arrangement

Abstract

The present invention comprises a docking system for connecting a portable communication device to a further signal transmission line. The docking system may be arranged within a workstation such as a desk or a tray. The system may also envelope a room in a building or be located in a vehicle, to control and restrict the radiative emission from the communication device and to direct such radiation to a further remote antenna and or signal distribution system connected to the transmission line.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001](1) Field of the Invention[0002]This invention relates to a docking system for hand-held electronic communication devices such as cellular telephones or the like, for use with structures or vehicles, and is a Continuation-In-Part Application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 08 / 581,065, filed Dec. 12, 1995 now U.S. Pat. No. 5,711,014, which is a Continuation-In-Part Application of our allowed U.S. patent application Ser. No. 08 / 042,879, filed Apr. 5, 1993 now U.S. Pat. No. 5,493,702, each being incorporated herein by reference, in their entirety.[0003]This application is also a continuation application of our U.S. patent application Ser. No. 08 / 604,105 filed Feb. 20, 1996, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,594,471, issued Jul. 15, 2003, and our U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09 / 634,140 filed Aug. 8, 2000, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,885,845, issued Apr. 26, 2005, each of which applications and patents are incorporated by reference in their entirety.[0004](2) Prior Art...

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Benefits of technology

"The present invention is a docking system for connecting a portable communication device to a signal transmission line, which provides a safe and secure way to communicate with the device. The system includes a shield that prevents radiation from the device from interfering with other devices or people. The shield can be placed on a desk or in a vehicle, and a coupling probe is placed close to the shield to connect the device to the signal transmission line. The system can be controlled by a computer and can be used with multiple devices simultaneously. The invention allows for easy and safe use of portable communication devices in various environments."

Problems solved by technology

Extraneous radio frequency emission has become a serious concern of hand-held electronic communication devices such as portable facsimile machines, ground position indicators, and cellular telephone manufacturers and users alike.

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